Parkwood Travel Guide
Gold Coast
Popular places to visit
Warner Bros. Movie World
Watch stunt shows, get on superhero rides, enter the Ice Age 4D Experience and take a splash in the Wild West at Australia’s theme park version of Hollywood.
Surfers Paradise Beach
This stretch of beach is known for its regular sets of rolling waves, with high-rise hotels and bustling nightlife along the sandy shore.
Cavill Avenue
Bustling nightlife, great shopping and a legendary surfing beach make this avenue the exciting centre of Surfer’s Paradise on the Gold Coast.
Dreamworld
Australia’s biggest amusement park features exciting themed areas with everything from tigers and thrilling rides to vintage V8 super-cars and TV characters.
Sea World
Who doesn’t dream of staying overnight in a water park where you can see Jet Ski stunts, life-sized Nickelodeon stars, plus dolphins, sea lions and polar bears?
Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast
Get an adrenaline kick gliding through caves and tunnels or plunging down a giant water slide, or simply float and splash in a relaxing pool.
Top hotels in Parkwood
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
Clean room, facilities lovely
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
voco Gold Coast by IHG
Staff are great and clean property
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Novotel Surfers Paradise
Loved our stay!
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast
All excellent!
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
One of the most beautiful ocean view apartments I have ever stayed in. The uninterrupted ocean view followed by the impromptu fireworks in the evening was simply amazing.
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Peppers Soul Surfers Paradise
We loved Peppers Souls hotel apartment. The service was A+, an extremely clean hotel, friendly staff, cleaned our apartment daily, pools were amazing and clean. We will definitely return next year
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Parkwood
Gaven
While Gaven isn't home to many top sights, Coombabah Lakes Conservation Area and Warner Bros. Movie World are some notable places to visit nearby.
Labrador
Labrador is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Ian Dipple Lagoon or Cooke Murphy Oval.
Southport
Beaches, spas and theme parks are some highlights of Southport. Make a stop by Australia Fair Shopping Centre or Gold Coast Aquatic Centre while you're exploring.
Main Beach
Main Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Marina Mirage Shopping Centre and Tedder Avenue, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Gold Coast.
Surfers Paradise
Home of the Arts and Chevron Renaissance are a few top attractions in Surfers Paradise. Hop around the city on the metro at Cypress Avenue Station or Florida Gardens station and check out the area's stunning beaches, luxurious spas and popular shops.
Carrara
Golf courses, restaurants and beaches highlight some of the noteworthy features of Carrara. Make a stop by People First Stadium or Carrara Sports Complex while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
